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What You Can Do With This Concentration

Almost all astronomers do research. Some are theoreticians who work on the laws governing the structure and evolution of astronomical objects. Others analyze large quantities of data gathered by observatories and satellites, and write scientific papers on their findings.

Some astronomers operate large space- or ground-based
telescopes, usually as part of a team. A small number of astronomers work in
planetariums. Most students who are serious about becoming research astronomers
go on to earn doctoral degrees.